Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire (2004) is a Documentary, War & Politics series that follows commanding shoguns and samurai warriors, exotic geisha and exquisite artisans—all were part of the Japanese “renaissance”; a period between the 16th and 19th Centuries when Japan went from chaos and violence to a land of ritual refinement and peace. But stability came at a price: for nearly 250 years, Japan was a land closed to the Western world, ruled by the Shogun under his absolute power and control. Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire brings to life the unknown story of a mysterious empire, its relationship with the West, and the forging of a nation that would emerge as one of the most important countries in the world. Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire is not currently listed with streaming providers in your selected region, but availability can change over time. It has a user rating of 9.5 out of 10 from 2 votes. Fans of documentary series may also want to explore similar titles below.